Database Architect Jobs

Explore Database Architect jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Database architects design and guide the data foundations that organizations rely on, turning business and technical requirements into secure, scalable database solutions.

What Does a Database Architect Do?

Database architects plan, design, and oversee database systems and data platforms. They assess how information is created, stored, accessed, protected, and integrated across an organization. Depending on the role, they may focus on relational or NoSQL databases, cloud data platforms, data warehouses, or large-scale enterprise systems.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop database architecture, standards, and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
  • Evaluate database technologies and choose approaches for performance, scale, reliability, and cost.
  • Design data models, schemas, integrations, and migration strategies.
  • Collaborate with engineering, analytics, security, and product teams.
  • Set practices for data governance, privacy, access control, backup, and recovery.
  • Review system performance and guide optimization and modernization efforts.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive database and data-platform experience, strong SQL knowledge, and a track record designing systems for complex workloads. Familiarity with cloud services, data modeling, distributed systems, security, and high availability can be valuable. Database architects also need clear communication and the ability to translate technical tradeoffs for business and engineering stakeholders. Requirements vary by employer and specialization.

Find Database Architect Opportunities

Browse Database Architect openings on Ladders to explore senior-level opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, technologies, and responsibilities to identify positions that fit your expertise and career goals.

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$108K - $130K *

Champion the future of enterprise database systems by leading design, implementation, and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentorin...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $119K *

Reimagine database engineering by designing and automating secure, scalable platforms in a cloud-first environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and suppor...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$153K - $228K *

Architect scalable HR technology solutions by translating business needs into effective strategies. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance processes across the employee lifecycle, ensuring alignment wi...

Norfolk, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $160K *

Empower federal agencies by delivering tailored data governance solutions, ensuring compliance and driving measurable outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success and expand Co...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data engineering by optimizing ETL/ELT processes and enhancing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data solutions that promote educational equity...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $87K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Elevate your career by mastering data governance and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automated pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems while drivi...

Wrangell, AKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Help us design and implement billing solutions for law firms, leveraging your accounting expertise and software skills to streamline time entry, invoicing, and collections processes on the Litify plat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Develop and implement MLOps strategy for enterprise-grade ML systems, driving model lifecycle management. Collaborate with teams to design scalable pipelines and ensure high reliability across ML solu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data solutions by leading the Data Products & Engineering department, shaping cutting-edge data architectures and innovative client-facing analytics solutions that drive...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Advance security integration by leading DevSecOps initiatives, enhancing software delivery, and establishing robust security standards across engineering teams to mitigate risks and improve efficiency...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $204K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative IT solutions, driving transformation for enterprise clients while ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate across teams to craft technical s...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by managing clinical data for impactful research. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design databases, ensure compliance, and deliver high-quality data management soluti...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join us to tackle complex challenges as a strategic technical leader, influencing product direction and driving customer success. Your expertise will shape innovative solutions while engaging directly...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by delivering and optimizing Oracle Unifier solutions for clients. Leverage your technical expertise to implement, configure, and integrate systems, enhancing project controls and...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in application development, where you'll design, maintain, and enhance software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $185K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining our technology strategy, guiding scalable solutions, and leading modernization initiatives that align with business goals. Thrive in a role that fosters i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to cloud migration efforts by designing secure, scalable Azure architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical healthcare applica...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare through cloud solutions, driving modernization and interoperability initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure, scalable Azure arc...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $231K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform data workflows by developing and maintaining ETL processes using SSIS, SQL, and Python. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, traceable data for mission-critical analys...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Architect do?question toggle

    A Database Architect designs and guides database systems and data platforms, including their structure, integrations, performance, security, and long-term evolution.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Database Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for deep database experience, SQL proficiency, data modeling expertise, and experience with architecture, cloud platforms, security, or distributed systems.

  • How much do Database Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so its listings can help you explore opportunities at that salary level.

  • Where can Database Architects work?question toggle

    Database Architects work across industries that depend on reliable data systems, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and government.

  • What is the difference between a Database Architect and a Database Administrator?question toggle

    A Database Architect typically focuses on designing database structures and strategic data-platform solutions, while a Database Administrator more often manages day-to-day operations such as maintenance, access, backups, and monitoring. Responsibilities may overlap depending on the organization.